Melky Cabrera

Dominican professional baseball outfielder

Melky Cabrera - Dominican professional baseball outfielder
Born

August 11th, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Dominican Republic

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A professional baseball outfielder, Cabrera played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for several teams including the New York Yankees, San Francisco Giants, and Kansas City Royals. Debuting in 2005, Cabrera had notable success in the league. He was a key player for the Giants during the 2012 season, contributing to their World Series championship victory. Cabrera has also represented the Dominican Republic in international play, including the World Baseball Classic. His career includes multiple seasons with impressive batting averages, showcasing his skills as a reliable hitter.

Won the World Series with the San Francisco Giants in 2012

Selected as an MLB All-Star in 2012

Led MLB in hits in 2012

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